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CCTV shows moments leading up to arrest in anti-Muslim attacks probe

Police arrested a man after a series of violent incidents in Edinburgh on Friday. Five people were injured in the attacks, and four were hospitalized. Counter-terrorism police are investigating the incidents as suspected anti-Muslim hate crimes.

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CCTV footage has been released showing a topless man driving erratically before attacking victims.

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  1. Man Arrested Following Suspected Anti-Muslim Attacks in Edinburgh

    Police arrested a man after a series of violent incidents in Edinburgh on Friday. Five people were injured in the attacks, and four were hospitalized. Counter-terrorism police are investigating the incidents as suspected anti-Muslim hate crimes.

    What's confirmed:

    • Five people were injured in the Edinburgh attacks.
    • A man has been arrested in connection with the incidents.
    • Counter-terrorism police are investigating the attacks as suspected anti-Muslim hate crimes.
    • Four people were taken to the hospital.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • A topless man drove erratically and abandoned his car before attacking a delivery rider and a black man.
    • A taxi driver and an Uber rider were among those targeted.
    • The attacks took place in Leith.
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